2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 GLE350

The auction lists the primary damage as **Front End**. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim, with damage concentrated around the front hood and bumper. The front hood corner adjacent to the headlamp on the image-right side has moderate deformation, visible creasing, and multiple linear scrape marks. White paint has been removed in several areas, exposing darker material. The lower front bumper cover and lower grille area show extensive abrasion, paint loss, and dark scrape marks, mainly on the image-right side and through the center. The bumper cover also appears separated at the image-right lower edge, with an open gap, displaced black trim, and a section projecting downward. These findings indicate that the hood and bumper cover will require repair or replacement, with proper inspection of the mounting points and related components recommended. No findings were provided for the engine, drivetrain, cooling system, suspension, steering, airbags, or other underlying components. A physical inspection is therefore recommended to check for concealed damage, alignment issues, sensor or camera damage, and the condition of the front-end structure and bumper attachments. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350 SUV, built in the United States. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and 19-inch wheels. The decoded data does not specify the drivetrain. Official NHTSA recall information lists several recalls applicable to the 2021 GLE 350. These include fuel-pump shutdown that may cause loss of drive power; communication-module software issues affecting the emergency call system; a rearview-camera display software issue; incorrectly routed front acceleration-sensor wiring that may affect airbag deployment; instrument-cluster switch illumination; electronic stability-control software that may cause the vehicle to pull to one side during evasive maneuvers; potentially incorrectly adjusted LED headlights; rear door window trim that may detach; and air-conditioner drain hoses that may allow water into the passenger compartment. The listed remedies generally involve dealer inspection, repair, replacement, or software updates at no charge. The buyer should confirm the VIN-specific recall completion status with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA before purchase.